Old Town Alexandria Travel Guide
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Visit Old Town Alexandria
Popular places to visit
Alexandria City Hall
After visiting Alexandria City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Alexandria. Discover the area's great live music and notable monuments.
Market Square
You can find out about the history of Alexandria with a stop at Market Square. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the notable monuments in the area.
Jones Point Park
Find out about the history of Alexandria with a stop at Jones Point Park. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
White House
Find out about the history of White House, one of the top monuments in Washington. Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and great live music.
National Mall
National Mall is just one of the places to see in Washington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums.
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Walter E. Washington Convention Center, a top convention centre in Washington. Add the area's shops or notable monuments to your travel plans.
Top hotels in Old Town Alexandria
Archer Hotel Old Town Alexandria
Excellent customer service
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hotel Indigo Old Town Alexandria by IHG
nice staff - nice bar - wish these boutique hotels had a simple bar snack , nuts, bar mix , crackers for under 20.00 - nice room weird layout and long hallway in room? odd - no fridge, ice ect - recommended cafe was not kind or empathetic cafe s across the street was unkind -i had explained to them ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hilton Alexandria Old Town
Outstanding staff. Very attentive. Great service.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Hyatt Centric Old Town Alexandria
Had to be moved to a new room due to some type of alarm going off in my initial room. It was quite annoying as it was late in the evening.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Alexandria Old Town
Courteous staff
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
The Alexandrian Old Town Alexandria, Autograph Collection
Great hotel in an excellent location
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Alexandria
Crystal City
Visitors to Crystal City love its popular shops, and you can check out Bowlero Arlington and Synetic Theater. If you want to see more in the area, you can get around town on the metro at Crystal City Station.
Southwest
Known for its fascinating museums and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Southwest. Check out top attractions like Smithsonian Institution and Fort Lesley J McNair, and jump on the metro at Waterfront Station or L'Enfant Plaza Station to see more of the city.
The Wharf
You'll enjoy the restaurants and riverfront in The Wharf. You might want to make time for a stop at The Anthem or The Municipal Fish Market at The Wharf.
Southwest Waterfront
While you're in Southwest Waterfront, take in top sights like Arena Stage and jump on the metro at Waterfront Station to see more of the city.
Navy Yard
While you're in Navy Yard, take in top sights like Washington Navy Yard and jump on the metro at Navy Yard Station to see more of the city.
Southwest Federal Center
While you're in Southwest Federal Center, take in top sights like Smithsonian Institution or L'Enfant Plaza, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at L'Enfant Plaza Station or Federal Center Station.
